Priority: High

Overview

• Needs a veterinary appointment within 12 hours.
• If it is after hours, closely monitor your cat.
• If your cat’s condition worsens, seek emergency care.
• If symptoms change, repeat and revise the Symptom Checker.

Symptom Considerations

• Ear problems are common.
• Diagnostic testing, such as an ear swab, may be needed.
• Ear swap would need a microscope (cytology) exam.
• Some questions to prepare for:
  • Has this happened before?
  • Do you have other cats with similar symptoms?
  • Is your cat itchy anywhere?
  • Do you clean your cat’s ears? What with?
• Your cat may require:
  • Sedation for the procedure
  • Deep ear canal flushing
  • Oral or topical medications you will administer at home (anti-inflammatories, antibiotics, antifungals, ear cleaners)

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